Chevrolet Sonic Service Bulletins (2016)

1,084 manufacturer communications on file.

• January 1, 2016•Document ID: 10246561

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16NA019

  Date Added:

  December 11, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  Information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares

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• December 18, 2015•Document ID: 10114977

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5353A

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about what XM offerings are available for vehicles. A dealer or customer can access the website listed below for vehicle specific XM offerings and availability.

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• December 9, 2015•Document ID: 10114954

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT4943D

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0442. Technician will need to review Techlink article from May 2013 titled "Using the Evaporative Emissions System Tester" Technician will need to follow these steps to help diagnose the issue. First after the P0442 has been verified do not disturb any of the fuel system components. The technician now can use the scan tool to close the Evaporative Emissions System. If possible change the tank pressure sensor units from inch_H2O to milimeter_Hg for better resolution. Now the vehicle can be stared to monitor the tank pressure sensor output value for approximately two minutes. If the tank pressure sensor value does change, pressurize the fuel tank side of the purge solenoid with the GE 41413-A / J 41413-A and the necessary adaptors. Now add smoke and allow pressure to stabilize for 2 minutes. If smoke is allowed to pass through the purge solenoid, replace the purge solenoid. If the tank pressure sensor value does not change, then install CH-48096 adaptor between the purge line from the canister and the purge solenoid. With the Evaporative Emissions System closed, pressurize the system through the CH-48096 adaptor and allow the system to completely stabilize, by observing the Press / Vac Gauge for a minimum of 5 minutes. Now add smoke to the system with GE 41413-A / J 41413-A after system stabilization. Now inspect the purge solenoid, engine side, fuel cap, canister vent solenoid filter and any line quick connects. When the leak is unable to be located, test under a vacuum condition. his type of leak may be detected by using the scan tool Purge/Seal function to create a vacuum in the Evaporative Emissions System and then observe the FTP sensor parameter for vacuum decay.

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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10190504

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-08-49-020J

  Date Added:

  April 20, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide Season Odometer Programming Methods in Use Today 1. IPC reprogramming and setup using the service programming system (SPS). 2. Odometer setup at the electronic service center (ESC) when using an exchange IPC/DIC. 3. Tech 2® – The Tech 2 is used to set up a replacement BCM, which includes loading the odometer value that is displayed and stored in the IPC. A replacement IPC will display the previously stored vehicle odometer value, communicated from the BCM, after cycling the ignition or driving the vehicle. *The odometer programming is integrated as part of the BCM programming procedure. It is not a stand-alone event.

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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10190503

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-00-89-031D

  Date Added:

  April 20, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification

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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10248439

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

  Mfr Comm. #:

  22970

  Date Added:

  January 8, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  Hood clinch Missing

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  2016 Buick Verano2016 Chevrolet Sonic
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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10201099

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-08-49-020J

  Date Added:

  September 7, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide

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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10201098

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN; ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-00-89-031D

  Date Added:

  September 7, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SATURN

  Summary

  OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification

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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10089523

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  22970 STOP MESSA

  Date Added:

  January 25, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  STOP DELIVERY ORDER (22970). THIS STOP MESSAGE IS TO INFORM DEALERS THAT EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, STOP THE DELIVERY OF CERTAIN 2016 MODEL YEAR BUICK VERANO AND CHEVROLET SONIC VEHICLES IN NEW VEHICLE INVENTORY. THE HOOD INNERS WERE BUILT WITHOUT CLINCHES DUE A BROKEN PUNCH AND DIE. UNTIL FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS ARE RECEIVED, THE INVOLVED VEHICLES IDENTIFIED IN THE ATTACHED FILE MUST BE HELD AND NOT DELIVERED TO CUSTOMERS, DEALER-TRADED, RELEASED TO AUCTION, USED FOR DEMONSTRATION OR ANY OTHER PURPOSE.

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  2016 Buick Verano2016 Chevrolet Sonic
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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10089508

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  22970

  Date Added:

  January 25, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  STOP DELIVERY ORDER (22970). THIS STOP MESSAGE IS TO INFORM DEALERS THAT EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, STOP THE DELIVERY OF CERTAIN 2016 MODEL YEAR BUICK VERANO AND CHEVROLET SONIC VEHICLES IN NEW VEHICLE INVENTORY. THE HOOD INNERS WERE BUILT WITHOUT CLINCHES DUE A BROKEN PUNCH AND DIE. UNTIL FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS ARE RECEIVED, THE INVOLVED VEHICLES IDENTIFIED IN THE ATTACHED FILE MUST BE HELD AND NOT DELIVERED TO CUSTOMERS, DEALER-TRADED, RELEASED TO AUCTION, USED FOR DEMONSTRATION OR ANY OTHER PURPOSE.

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  2016 Buick Verano2016 Chevrolet Sonic
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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10088707

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE:BODY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  GCUS-3-369 (2297

  Date Added:

  January 13, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  STOP DELIVERY ORDER (22970). THIS STOP MESSAGE IS TO INFORM DEALERS THAT EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, STOP THE DELIVERY OF CERTAIN 2016 MODEL YEAR BUICK VERANO AND CHEVROLET SONIC VEHICLES IN NEW VEHICLE INVENTORY. THE HOOD INNERS WERE BUILT WITHOUT CLINCHES DUE A BROKEN PUNCH AND DIE. UNTIL FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS ARE RECEIVED, THE INVOLVED VEHICLES IDENTIFIED IN THE ATTACHED FILE MUST BE HELD AND NOT DELIVERED TO CUSTOMERS, DEALER-TRADED, RELEASED TO AUCTION, USED FOR DEMONSTRATION OR ANY OTHER PURPOSE.

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  2016 Buick Verano2016 Chevrolet Sonic
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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10075019

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

  Mfr Comm. #:

  22970

  Date Added:

  June 22, 2016

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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  2016 Buick Verano2016 Chevrolet Sonic
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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10250044

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15NA073

  Date Added:

  February 12, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  Difficult to Shift and/or Hard to Get into Gear

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• December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10246531

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15NA073

  Date Added:

  December 11, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  Difficult to Shift and/or Hard to Get into Gear

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• November 30, 2015•Document ID: 10137258

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-NA-069

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information for technicians on the reuse of fasteners and the proper reading of torque specifications.

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• November 30, 2015•Document ID: 10115143

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5232B

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with premature catalytic converter failures. It is recommended to inspect for a poor crimp on the grounds ring terminal at the engine block for the bank with the concern and repair the wire.

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• November 30, 2015•Document ID: 10115141

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5241A

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about improper engine block cleaning during engine block service could lead to lines in the block deck surface that may be mistaken for cracks. Technician using improper block deck cleaning methods may see lines in the block deck surface. These lines are the result of using abrasive pad bristle devices to clean the gasket surface of the engine components. Technician should use the latest version of bulletin 00-06-01-012 for complete details on the use of these devices.

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• November 30, 2015•Document ID: 10115140

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5353

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a rough idle or misfire. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0300 set in the Engine Control Module. Technician will need to utilize engine controls schematics to compare the Fuel Injector Control Circuit wire colors to determine if the wires are reversed. If this concern is found, inspect the related harnesses and terminals for signs damage due to the misrouting and repair.

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• November 25, 2015•Document ID: 10137255

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  TIRES:BEAD; WHEELS:RIM; TIRES; TIRES:TREAD/BELT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  00-03-10-006L

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides additional information to the technician on how to check for Tire Radial Force Variations and the difference between balancing a flange and flangeless rim.

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• November 25, 2015•Document ID: 10115138

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; SUSPENSION; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5214B

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If valid vibration frequency or Road Force Variation data has been collected and a repair attempt does not correct the customer complaint, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further support. For any vehicles that remains unrepaired after being at the dealer for three days or more and a related bulletin or PI is not found, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further support.

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